[Congressional Record Volume 143, Number 115 (Thursday, September 4, 1997)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1665-E1666]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




     TRIBUTE TO CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES OF ST. CLAIR COUNTY, 50TH 
                              ANNIVERSARY

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                          HON. DAVID E. BONIOR

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 4, 1997

  Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today, I would like to honor Catholic Social 
Services of St. Clair County as they celebrate their 50th anniversary 
on September 14. This group of extraordinary people have dedicated 
their time, talents, and devotion to God to improve the welfare of 
people throughout St. Clair County.
  In 1947, under the leadership of Edward Cardinal Mooney of the 
archdiocese of Detroit,

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Catholic Social Services of St. Clair County was founded. In addition 
to the strong support of the archdiocese, the League of Catholic Women 
played a key role in bringing Catholic Social Services into existence. 
Its mission was to provide counseling and assistance to troubled 
families and individuals regardless of their religious affiliation.
  When Catholic Social Services was first instituted, it was run by the 
Reverend John R. Hogan and only one social worker. But as time passed 
and the organization grew, so did its services. With the help of 
volunteers, professionals, and the support of the Catholic Church, the 
agency was able to expand to meet the varying needs of the community. 
The agency now runs Child Welfare services along with Adoption and 
Foster Home Care as well as an Alcoholic Service Center. Services were 
also added to aid those experiencing problems relating to aging, 
pregnancy, and child abuse.
  For the past five decades, Catholic Social Services has combined its 
resources and energies to bring aid and sympathy to those in need. Its 
vision and support has touched and improved the lives of many people. 
Over the years, Catholic Social Services has provided an indispensable 
contribution to the people of St. Clair County. I ask my colleagues to 
join me in congratulating Catholic Social Services of St. Clair County 
on their historic anniversary and in the anticipation of a successful 
future.

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